Weekender: 25 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including pumpkin carving and chili tasting
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FRIDAY, October 21
68. Mostly sunny. 0% chance of rain.
Daydream Music Fest at Suffolk Punch Brewing : Enjoy sounds from bands around the country, like Nashville-based country artist July Turner, as the new concert series celebrates a new drink release. Free. 8pm. Details
David Cook at Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: Listen to the American Idol Season Seven winner as he makes his fall tour stop in Charlotte. Tickets start at $24.50. 8pm. Details
Country Night at The Horseshoe: Vibe to country tunes throughout the night. 9pm. Details
Halloween Cult Classics Drag Show at Skiptown: Dress your pup up in a costume for a virtual contest, sip on some Halloween specialty drinks and watch Patti O’Furniture emcee an evening that brings Halloween classics to life. $10. 4-10pm. Details
Demi Lovato – Holy Fvck Tour at Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre: Listen to pop and pop rock classics from Demi Lovato in an outdoor concert. $40-$189. 8pm. Details
Charlotte Hornets vs. New Orleans Pelicans at Spectrum Center: Cheer on the Hornets as they play the New Orleans Pelicans. Tickets start at $15. 7pm. Details
Goodies & Goblins at Promenade: Enjoy a night of trick-or-treating and a showing of Coco on The Green. Free. 5-6:30pm. Details
SATURDAY, October 22
72. Mostly sunny. 0% chance of rain.
The Colonel’s Club Boil & Brew at Anne Springs Close Greenway: Enjoy craft beer samples, live music and family activities. Prices vary. 3-8pm. Details
Metropolitan Market at Metropolitan: Shop for one of a kind products ranging from home decor to jewelry at the local market. Free. 10am-4pm. Details
Bourbon For Booty at Swinerton: Support the local cancer community with a live auction, chef-prepared food pairings and sample curated drinks. $150. 6:24pm. Details
Nevin’s 5th Annual Beans & Bags Chili Cook Off & Cornhole Tournament at NoDa Brewing Company: Taste 14 of the best chili dishes paired with some of the best local beer while up to 40 teams compete in a cornhole tournament. $25. 11am-4pm. Details
Pumpkin Carving at Divine Barrel Brewing: Show off your pumpkin carving skills with the family and lunch from The Oinker. $5. Noon. Details
Arts & Drafts 22 at Protagonist LoSo: Celebrate the local art scene with showcases from artists, beer, live music, vendor market and glass blowing. Free. 12-8pm. Details
Eric Roberson at Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: Vibe to music from the Grammy award-nominee, singer, songwriter and producer. Tickets start at $29.50. 8pm. Details
Fall Festival at Ronald McDonald House: Participate in a pumpkin decorating contest, haunted playground, trunk or treat and games as this benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte. Free. 10am-2pm. Details
Frank’s Chili Fest at Commonwealth Ave and Thomas Street: Enjoy live music, local beer and chili tasting from local chefs. All funds will go toward undetermined pediatric death research and bereaved family support services. $20. 12pm. Details
Create an herb garden at the Gantt Center: Learn how to build your own mini herb garden, which is meant to encourage healthy cooking. The class is open to ages 13-and-up. $25. 1-3pm. Details
Official Halloween Bar Crawl at multiple locations: Visit several bars with spooky themed drinks and a costume contest throughout the day to get you in the Halloween spirit. $22. 3-11pm. Details
SUNDAY, October 23
74. Partly cloudy. 0% chance of rain.
Brunch & Live Music at Harry’s Grille & Tavern Quail Corners: Start your day with a brunch and live performances every Sunday. Prices vary. 11am-2pm. Details
The Crown Live at Stage Door Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: Watch the Netflix Parody by Daniel Clarkson as two actors rediscover how Elizabeth Windsor became Queen Elizabeth II. $34.50. Times vary. Details
Anything but Morrissey 80’s Party at Canopy Cocktail: Party with 80’s tunes and signature cocktails for Canopy Cocktails’ first themed night. Drink prices vary. 4pm-2am. Details
Free yoga at Trolley Barn: Watch the sun rise over the city skyline while you enjoy an hour-long class before enjoying brunch at Trolley Barn. Free. 9:30-10:30am. Details
Carolina Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium: Cheer on the home team as they take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tickets start at $100. 1pm. Details
Counterculture Club Yoga at Camp North End: Unwind with techniques of all levels from some of the city’s best yoga teachers. $10-$15. 10-11am. Details
Alley Hoops Jam Basketball Clinic and Community Hang Out at Victoria Yards: Bring your lawn chairs to enjoy free basketball clinics, food trucks, vendors, DJ, live music, podcast, speakers and an open mic. Free. 2-8pm. Details
